Monday, January 19, 2026

Ernest Holmes founded Science of Mind

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The Science of Mind: The Complete Edition: Holmes, Ernest ...
The founder of the Science of Mind philosophy, which is also known as Religious Science, was Ernest Shurtleff Holmes (1887-1960), an American spiritual teacher and writer who published his foundational book, The Science of Mind, in 1926. His teachings, rooted in the New Thought movement, emphasize that by changing our thinking, we can change our lives, recognizing a universal consciousness and the divinity within all people. 
Key Aspects of Ernest Holmes' Work:
  • Foundational Text: The Science of Mind (1926) serves as the core text for the movement, explaining the principles of using mind to create reality.
  • New Thought Movement: Science of Mind is a prominent part of the broader New Thought movement, which focuses on the power of the mind and positive thinking.
  • Integration: Holmes synthesized spiritual truths from various religions, science, and philosophy, believing they all pointed to the same universal principles.
  • Organizations: He established the Institute of Religious Science and Philosophy in 1927, leading to the modern-day Centers for Spiritual Living (CSL) and the Religious Science movement.
  • Core Belief: A central tenet is the belief in the "Oneness" of God (as the universal Source) and the inherent divinity of every individual, accessible through conscious thought. 

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